2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caravan and 2006 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caravan | E-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |